KT Tape: Top of Foot

Top of Foot Pain
The top of the foot consists of many bones, nerves, ligaments, and tendons that can all be affected and painful. The foot was made for stability and mobility - two distinct and naturally exclusive functions. This demand on the foot necessitates many different "pieces" to accomplish its role in movement. Most all activity of our daily lives and our athletic lives puts significant strain on the feet and can lead to different injuries.
There are varied causes for top of foot pain. This situation makes it difficult to diagnose for a non-medical professional. However, location is the most reliable determinant and can help with early detection. The following three conditions are the most common causes of pain on the top of the foot.
• Tendonitis (Extensor Tendons) -- Tendonitis is the most common cause of pain at the top of the foot among athletes and active individuals. The pain is generally felt near the toes and emanating into midfoot. Tendonitis is often caused by overly tight calves, tying shoes too tight, or general overuse tendonitis from repetitive movements such as running. Tendonitis is often experienced during the latter portions of training for a marathon when high mileage runs are prevalent. Running on hard surfaces, excessive hill training, and poor footwear are factors that make an individual at a higher risk for extensor tendonitis.
• Fractures -- Fractures are a rare but serious cause of pain on top of the foot. They are most prevalent in older individuals that remain active without proper form and diet. Fractures can also be caused by acute trauma such as kicking a door, having been stepped on, or falling. Swelling and pain occur at the fracture location, with the pain being felt during any movement and to the touch. Tarsal fractures often occur at their distal end, near the toes.
• Arthritis -- Arthritic conditions can cause any number of additional issues that cause pain. Spurs are often formed that then irritate the nerves. The nerves can then swell (neuroma) and become entrapped between the tarsal bones, causing severe pain during gait. Arthritis also causes a decrease in bone density and makes the individual more likely to experience fractures. Bony swellings often form at the location of arthritic joints and can easily be felt. Flat feet, genetics, and increasing age are all factors that could cause arthritis in the foot.
This KT Tape application will help to reduce pressure among the different components of the feet, increase circulation to combat inflammation, and relax the muscles associated with the pain. The following additional tip should be followed to combat top of foot pain effectively:
• Proper footwear
• Evaluation can correction of gait problems
• Weight loss
• Rest
• NSAIDs
• Variation of exercise (trade run days for swimming, cycling, yoga, etc)
• Anti-inflammatory diet
• Massage
• Thorough calf stretching regimen
• Ice after activity
For additional resources, please visit the KT Tape website at www.kttape.com.

[@rickysanford9475]

Thank You for allowing the patient to do the taping. Most videos have the speaker of doctor doing the taping. Sometimes I cant get my foot in the position to properly tape it.

[@alexiskoch7995]

With the pain I was feeling on the top of my foot, this was a shot in the dark after extensive googling and a best guess at extensor tendonitis. I honestly can’t believe how much it helped. It makes sense as to why it does, but the pain didn’t seem like it could be fixed by doing something this easy. So happy I picked up some KT tape and tried it because I finally don’t feel any pain when I’m walking-after days of waiting for it to subside and realizing it wasn’t. Thank you so much!

[@GiselaGibbon]

Same story here. I'm quite blown away.

[@Michelle-414]

Me too. I thought my tennis was done. Felt fine playing yesterday and this am no pain.

[@Heresthe411]

Did you tape exactly as shown in the video for your extensor tendonitis?

[@davidgunther1282]

This video is 11 years old….this same company/channel has a new video that’s now 4 months old that has a slightly different method as to which sections you apply in what order and the 2 pieces that go across are at more pronounced angles. I wonder which one is better or if this method is obsolete?

[@xinyang134]

Personally have experimented with both the old and new method and found that a reverse of the new method- applying the vertical strip with stretch first then the 2 horizontal strips, seems to work better for pain relief and stays on longer - Registered Nurse

[@Superdudehatesmilk]

This has been very helpful for me. Thank you!

[@dougpotter171]

I'm going to try the reverse, thank you.

[@dumplinglover8042]

​@@dougpotter171 Did it work better???

[@justsomeguytalking]

Thanks! That was so helpful!

[@theolynwarrender]

Walked the Camino De Santiago last year and had about 3 days of Top of Foot pain (on the tendon). I had to stop for about 20 mins every hour which wasn't very practical at all! Was walking with my cousin and she pulled up this video so I gave it a try ... pain subsided, and I completed the rest of the walk pain-free!! Absolute godsent for anyone struggling with this on longer walks. Thank you!

[@SouthernCal1317]

Theolyn Warrender This is exactly the pain I’m having and I can barely walk. I have to try this. I can barely move. It feels like my old pain I had from dislocating my ankle 18 years ago...it’s horrible. Thank you for the tip! I will try this

[@jamlittlefield]

Getting ready for my first Camino next week and get this pain when power walking to train... am surprised I don’t hear more about KT on Camino discussions! Trying it out today.

[@leslie7291]

I cannot tell how many times yall saved my life with these videos!!! Thank you

[@jenniferliedkie554]

I love your videos....so helpful and very easy to follow....I use them all the time...as a 65 yo woman who kayaks, hikes, trains dogs, and a believer in taking care of my own "injuries", these are a lifesaver. I am a apostle for your product....preach to all my kayaking friends....you might see a spike in users !

[@LynneC44]

Equestrians can use this like no one's business. Our life is "Toes up, heels down," putting tons of stress on our feet. Thank you for this video! I'll be riding with this on both feet.

[@victory5590]

Lynne Callahan Same! I’m going to be using K-tape for my ankles since my braces can’t fit in my boots

[@annalou6750]

Yes, and it's very helpful support for when your horse steps on your foot! ;)

[@tigergreg8]

@@annalou6750 Will it help when you run your foot over with your ATV, twice in one episode. 👀 Don't ask 🤦‍♂️

[@audreyewoldt5669]

haha yeah i was looking for this bc i got stepped on pretty bad and the pain isn’t seeming to go away after about 3 weeks

[@snward]

Bonus points for covertly dropping the trash behind you at 2:26. :)

[@sammullett17]

Stephanie W saw that ha tut tut

[@vintagegirl1961]

LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@yvonnesandoval9175]

Amazing, helpful tysm 🙏🏼 My foot was ran over by a car late 2016, been seeing physicians and following their recommendations, KT tape has made a difference in addition to my treatment. With this tape I have been able to begin exercising and walking more. Y'all are angels fr!

[@KTTapevideos]

Amazon Yvonne - so glad that KT is helping!

[@THOR10ish]

Thank you I was looking for this type of taping, as a Rugby player we get stamped on a lot and it hurts like hell, just a quick question, the first 2 strips the girl puts on can they be moved back up the foot closer to the joint?

[@KTTapevideos]

Yes. You can adjust the application to cover the area you need covered.

[@squeakymcmurdo]

Thank you so much for this! I tripped on the stairs and hurt the top of my foot yesterday and can't get into the chiropractor that usually tapes me for at least another week. I iced it but it was still causing me pain. Feels better already :)

[@drchunkybiscuit9973]

Buy glasses & be careful.

[@sammullett17]

I have bruised bone where she placed the little red spot, would this tape be good for me? or would it aggravate the bone which is bruised, pain isn't too bad, been told to rest it for two weeks, I've been swimming and avoiding weight bairing exercises

[@Soggz7785]

Thank you. I have a bruised ligament on the top right side of my foot. I will try this. All the best👍🏾🇬🇧

[@deeelle697]

I have a mean case of osteoarthritis & this video helped me so much.

[@drchunkybiscuit9973]

That's good then. 😊

[@arangoje]

You have two videos for pain on top of the foot with conflicting techniques. Could you please clarify which one is the correct one and why? In this video, the vertical strip is stretched and goes over two lateral strips. In the other video the vertical strip is not stretched and goes under a single lateral strip. Thanks Jesus

[@KTTapevideos]

The original KT Tape is made from cotton and comes in a black box and has the I and Y strips. The KT Tape Pro is made from synthetic fibers, comes in an orange box and only has the I strips. This is what is featured in the video.

[@KTTapevideos]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Dahsin1101]

Does this work for mid-foot sprains?

[@KTTapevideos]

I would start with this application. You may also try visiting our website and going to the "ask an expert" forum to get a customized application.

[@lillthpayne8199]

My point of pain is on the outside of the foot. How exactly would I place the tape?

[@KTTapevideos]

Yes. However, the Pro will stay on better on feet. It has stronger adhesive and does better with the sweat.

[@blocked2327]

is the blue and yellow tape any different from each other? or is it just the color

[@dumdums8d]

Does this tape job work with the original KT tape?

[@alicek7420]

I’d like to see a demo of taping for muscle imbalance of calf and foot to relieve the tension of the back of calf and bottom of foot. In this case the dorsi are weak, so that claw toes develop. Please! ;-)

[@jaylyjo]

If I was to do this maybe twice a week or less how long should a roll of KT tape last? I'm a student so I'm not one with lots of money to spend... and what's the difference between the KT tape Pro, and the original, other than the I and Y? will it work the same way?

[@seckardt123]

and all the rolls have i strips and Y strips or are 2 different rolls ?

[@lindag5116]

Will this help my severe arthritis in the feet - especially top of foot.

[@KTTapevideos]

Yep. You can also check out our "ask an expert" forum on our website for some other methods.

[@amblincork]

Good tip about rounding the corners

[@coffeebean7340]

Thankyou!

[@itgodownon6831]

If you don't have precut tape what is a full strip?

[@TheOne42]

His voice is so relaxing... :)

[@drchunkybiscuit9973]

I find cheese relaxing. 😊😋

[@KTTapevideos]

Jackie, The Original is made of cotton and the Pro is made of synthetic fibers. This makes it stay on much longer. We stopped making the Y strips because we found that more support is better and when you use the I strips there is 2 inches of glue holding down each piece of tape rather than 1. The Original should stay on for 1-3 days and the Pro should stay on for 3-7 days or more. So I would recommend using the Pro and Taping once a week. You should get around 6-10 weeks of tape on each roll.

[@karenwirtz4089]

What about pain on the outer edges of the foot where the pain on the inner edge goes under part of the foot? How would u apply that correctly?

[@alicek7420]

CAN you show how to do this for help balancing the tension between the dorsal muscles and plantar muscles that is usually the cause of claw toes? Stretching the soleus and gastrocnemius muscles has been recommended while strengthening the muscles on the top of the foot are recommended, but it seems this tape could be used on top of the foot to offset the tension of those on the bottom of the foot. I'm hoping that while claw toes are just beginning, the tape on the top of the foot could help, but I have never seen it done even by a physical therapist. Any thoughts? Thanks.

[@KTTapevideos]

Please use these videos as a guide to applying for your claw toes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKfLl4mmYrV0oZI kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep3FdnWEZ6p1f9U

[@BeautyHaulerMandM]

Can you do a video on how to tape it to where you can hold rib heads in place? I am a gymnast and I always go to my chiropractor to get my rib heads back in but they never stay. I was wondering if K Tape could help with that.

[@lozahicgaelle4527]

j'aimerai savoir si je peu utilisé cette methode sur une tenosinovite des tendons extensseurs en avant de la cheville et du tarse ou y en à t'il une meilleur urgent svp

[@bellabelcher9875]

Hello will you be able to run on this tape as I have just hurt the top of my foot and have a netball game this weekend my dads a trainer so would be able to do it I just wouldn’t like to miss my first game

[@TheCharyy]

thank you

[@ChantayFoleyRemax]

I think I have tendinitis of my extensor digitorum brevis and longus. Can this method with KT tape be used for this type of foot pain as well? I play tennis 4-5 days a week and need some relief.

[@Horvat55555]

I believe you can use any type of Kinesio tape, right ? Thanks!

[@theolynwarrender]

late response, but yes you can.

[@sangdangdoodle]

great thanks for the reply .........

[@drchunkybiscuit9973]

You're welcome.

[@AllieRawlings]

I wish this stuff wasn't so expensive in australia :( I don't run but I have chronic pain and really want to try this for my ankles as I'm on my feet all day in retail.. I would just hate to discover that it's amazing and not be able to keep buying it because of the price point

[@benjaminfranklin8026]

try amazon :,)

[@TheCnote250]

Question - This was my fourth video tonight with 10 strips of KT Tape applied on my body at once (reason, love of the sport), do win some type of prizes for most strips applied in one sitting? lol. But also big shoutout to Chris and Makayla, I don't know if they are still a part of the team or not anymore, but thank you to them for helping me keep my body some what stable for my mountain bike coach training this weekend. Keep up the good work!

[@sangdangdoodle]

can this tape get wet ( shower ) n can u leave this tape on for days ??

[@keanihernandez7382]

Can this help with a sprain foot?!

[@knightrdrx]

it works when applied right...i'm going to regret not shaving my leg later.

[@l.c.345]

Would this help a lesfranc injury? I can't have surgery. Also have extensor tendonitis and advanced arthritis ankle among other foot deformities.

[@molekilekii6340]

Can kicking a soccer ball barefoot cause this Because the top part of my foot hurts when I move my toes up or down and I can't lift my feet towards my shin as much a I use to now do I just need rest and a doctor?

[@alicek7420]

That sounds like what I have, ... top of foot pain and pain and weakness in front of the ankle when trying to dorsiflex. Get help for that and don't let it get worse, can lead to enormous problems (like foot drop).

[@ryanherron3299]

I have extensor tendinitis will this work for me? So much pain for weeks right on the top of the foot. I can see the tendon bulging out from the big toe. I have a high arch as well. I have taken up walking most recently to drop weight. I need to keep doing it.

[@ryanherron3299]

Oh and I have a Bunch of hair lol

[@johnlone3074]

If you haven't already gotten much results? I would keep taping. If you still haven't healed 100 percent? And ice, stretching, heat etc hasn't helped? Try. Denas pain relief system. It's for long tern CHRONIC pain. King Brand has multiple items for you feet also? I hope this helps

[@kyo9111]

Any tape will work?

[@Michelle-414]

Worked perfect for my likely extensor tendonitis pain. I was able to play tennis with little pain. Pretty much rules out stress fracture IMO.

[@Heresthe411]

Did you tape it like how they demonstrated in the video for your extensor tendonitis?

[@Michelle-414]

@@Heresthe411 yes, except only half a piece for the third piece

[@Heresthe411]

@@Michelle-414 thanks!

[@ifiwereafoodiwouldbeapotat4199]

how do u know u need to tape ur foot

[@douglasjohnson7992]

How are you gunna make a video with differently sized tapes and not mention it in the video????

[@christy.lee89]

will this help pain from bone spurs on the top of foot?

[@geraldgutierrez5474]

Have the same issue

[@KTTapevideos]

Nope. Different colors are just different colors. Purely aesthetic.

[@jamesskehan1099]

+KTTape I'm a professional taekwondo martial artist and it's be great to see videos aimed towards taping for blunt force injuries to the feet and legs (injuries that may be less common in other sports)

[@daylinpoon7566]

Sooo if I have pain on the top of my ankle can I use the tape method?

[@redrum4100]

Sounds like you have something else. Either type in "ankle kt tape" or "KT Tape Peroneal Tendonitis"

[@hungerforthegames7]

Can this be used to relieve pain on the top of the foot, near the extensor hallucis longus? There is pain when I flex my big toe towards my shin and again when I press just to the side of the lump of bone about midway on the foot, on the inside (but on top... if that makes sense).

[@radders6569]

Are you dead cause he didn't reply?

[@KTTapevideos]

You may need a custom application. Visit our website and go to the "ask an expert" forum to get one.

[@brianaforbes5924]

Hi I myself tried to use the Ask the expert link, and there was nothing just a page titled "Ask an Expert-KT Tape Help Forum."

[@aroundandround]

How does KT tape supposedly work to treat the underlying injury, if it even does that? Online searches for scientific research on the topic seems to suggest it is probably a placebo effect.

[@shanemurray9395]

I imagine it helps prevent reinjury and allows the strained tendons heal in a "shorter" amount of time.

[@leeannabonk19]

will this help with myclub foot?

[@baroufess]

I've been studying cures for plantar fasciitis and found an awesome resource at Natural Foot Wizard (google it if you're interested)

[@smartin5714]

Can this work for osteoarthritis on the foot??

[@Sundaylamb3]

if you have pain dont apply it ontop of the sore spot like this. There are ways to stabliize w kt tape by taping ankle under just to keep it stable but avoid taping the effected spot

[@cjaooooo]

What is the purpose of the last long piece of tape? Why does it have to go up the shin?

[@sammullett17]

cjaooooo I was thinking the same

[@vincenzovieri3743]

oh that's so you can make the company rich because a small role of tape is about $40.00 and the more u use the quicker u run out. Once the day is over ur back in pain and it becomes obvious this tape is too expensive and u save for a good massage therapist or surgery

[@giselleguadalupe9998]

The muscle bodies of the extensors run up the anterior of the leg.

[@alicek7420]

I think it is as Giselle (above) says. You want to brace the extensors, a big problem for a lot of people with dorsiflexion weakness and top of foot pain.

[@leftyseel8658]

Is it ok to shower with these kt tape on? Won’t they peel off?

[@samshermalhi9396]

It shouldn’t come off in the shower. You can leave the tape on for 2-3 days as long as you put it on correctly

[@kaitlyncleary3424]

I was having foot pain on top of my foot. Real bad that gave me pain while I walked. Went to the doctor.they took x-rays which showed nothing wrong. So he prescribed medicine for the inflammation and a boot to get the pressure off. He said it could be inflammation or stress fracture. I would have to go back later if my foot doesn't feel better to see if it is a stress fracture

[@0shitferbrains0]

How has it been?

[@kaitlyncleary3424]

@@0shitferbrains0 it went away. The boot was tight but couldn't go back to change it. It eventually went away in its own but I bought this penettex I think cream. So when it happens again I can try it

[@KTTapevideos]

Yes you can shower with it and it should stay on for 3-7 days.

[@willypacas9907]

Does this shit work for my foot that got ran over?

[@censortube8838]

Can I do this with Leukotape?

[@dougpotter171]

no

[@KTTapevideos]

We'll keep that in mind. In the meantime you should visit our "ask an expert" forum on our website. One of our Pros can make a custom app for you.

[@demianguzman2076]

Soak your feet in warm water. It is one of the most effective ways to stop foot pain. Put lukewarm water on a basin and put a tablespoon of salt. You can rinse your feet with cold water and dry your feet thoroughly. After this technique, you can also apply some tips that you can read below to totally stop occurrence of foot pain.

[@demianguzman2076]

source and more info: curefootpain.infoyt.com

[@cindystryker3090]

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[@knightrdrx]

use plenty ! why not for him he has unlimited

[@KTTapevideos]

Try this one.

[@salladboL]

That gal is quite a looker

[@gml326]

She has hot looking feet

[@sammullett17]

george lehman she has to be fair :)